Buffalo is Alive with Music

Whatever your favorite genre, every night in Buffalo you can find something cool to listen to—and some nights you can find everything.

 

Buffalo’s musical heritage is dynamic. It’s a story being written one set at a time, as musicians—homegrown or passing through—take the stage in venues you won’t forget. Hear your favorite acts play rooms that’ve been reimagined and reborn, like Asbury Hall, Iron Works, Sportsmen’s Tavern and the Town Ballroom. Even the unexpected spaces are filled with song, from Silo City’s abandoned grain elevators to front porches in the Elmwood Village.

 

Check out our sneaky cool music scene—you’re going to love what you hear here.  Learn more about the Buffalo music scene… explore our venues… and see who’s playing when.

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A Music Lover’s Guide to Buffalo

Buffalo rocks and you can, too!

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Pausa Art House

The perfect place for your next night out.

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Listen Local. Drink Local.

The abundance of opportunities to combine live music and craft beer for an enhanced experience within Buffalo’s footprint makes WNY a first-class region for live entertainment. This series is presented by 42 North Brewing Company.

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Buffalo Pride Parade

06/07

Elmwood Avenue

The Pride Parade is back! So, grab your most fabulous attire and get ready for a celebration unlike any other.…

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Juneteenth Festival

06/13

Martin Luther King, Jr. Park

The Juneteenth Festival (a holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the United States) of Buffalo began in 1976 as a culturally…

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The World’s Largest Rubber Duck at Canalside

07/03

Canalside Buffalo

Join us at Canalside for 4th of July weekend as we celebrate the return of the World’s Largest Rubber Duck!…

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Silo City World Cup Viewing Party

07/11

Silo City

Buffalo’s Silo City will serve as a premier destination for the FIFA World Cup 2026, projecting five select matches onto…

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Galbini Italian Heritage Festival

07/24

Hertel Avenue – North Buffalo

Benvenuti! Welcome to the Galbani Italian Heritage Festival of Buffalo, New York. Celebrating 50 years! Our festival on Hertel Avenue will take…

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Erie County Fair 2026

08/12

Fairgrounds in Hamburg

The Erie County Fair, held annually, is the largest fair of its kind in New York State, and the 3rd…

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24Th Annual Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade

08/15

Buffalo City Hall

Join us for the 24th Annual Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade of WNY in Buffalo NY. We will march…

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National Buffalo Wing Festival

08/29

Sahlen Field

Entering its 25th year, this top event in Buffalo, is recognized as one of the best festivals in the country!…

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Music Is Art Festival 2026

09/12

Buffalo’s Outer Harbor – Terminal B

The Music is Art Festival will return for its 24th year on September 12, 2026. Founded by Goo Goo Dolls…

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Borderland Music and Arts Festival

09/18

Knox Farm State Park

The Borderland Music and Arts Festival celebrates the rich history and renaissance of the region with a 3-day music and…

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Anybody Out There – The Ultimate Pink Floyd Experience

05/24

Sportsmen’s Tavern

Anybody Out There is a musical celebration of one of the most iconic progressive rock bands of all time &…

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EMO NITE

05/24

Rec Room Buffalo

EMO NITE is back at Rec Room this Memorial Day Weekend! We’re bringing it back with DJ Biacco, joined by…

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Grateful Brunch w/ Buffalo Dead All Stars

05/24

Jack Rabbit

The Grateful Brunch w/Buffalo Dead All Stars is a recurring monthly event held at Jack Rabbit. Performers: A rotating collective…

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Masti World Music Ensemble

05/24

duende at Silo City

Arabic jazz and world grooves. Masti is a collective of contemporary, creative musicians with a shared interest in music from…

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Ship Wrek – Sunset Sunday

05/24

Buffalo RiverWorks

Ship Wrek, the Los Angeles based DJ and producer duo, have rapidly become one of the most dynamic forces in…

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The Cookout On The Lake

05/24

On The Lake

We introduced you to the vibes at the Block Party Now we’re inviting all our cousins and rich friends back for the…

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Two Islands, One Gong: Celebrating 10 years of Gamelan in Buffalo

05/24

Babeville at Asbury Hall

Two islands. One gong. Ten years. On May 24, Nusantara Arts celebrates a decade of gamelan in Buffalo with Two…

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Flow Jam Series at Hoyt Lake

05/25

Hoyt Lake at Delaware Park

Buffalo Flow Collective hosts Flowjam & showcasing a get-together of flow artists, silk artists, hula hoopers, fire performers, vendors, etc.,…

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LOOSEY

05/26

duende at Silo City

Multi band line up at Duende for a night of fun.

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’68 – Farewell Tour

05/27

Rec Room Buffalo

’68 – Farewell Tour with Nate Bergman Ages 16 and up Doors open 7pm

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Superheaven

05/27

Electric City

Superheaven, formerly known as Daylight, is an American alternative rock band formed in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, in 2008. Their music has…

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Big Dawgs: Emma Dalenberg & Sunny Laprade

05/28

Milkie’s on Elmwood

Emma Dalenberg and Sunny Laprade are two of the funniest queer comedians in NYC. They are coming together to bring…

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Goosebytheway & more

05/28

Buffalo Iron Works

The Igloo Presents: “The Igloo By The Way” The second show in The Igloo Presents series featuring some of Buffalo’s…

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Open Mic Nite at The West End Inn

05/28

The West End Inn

What to Expect at The West End Inn Open Mic – hosted by Paul  Enderle of The Enderle Experience! Get…

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